• Controls Engineer

    Actalent (Dayton, OH)


    Job Title: Controls EngineerJob Description

     

    We are partnering with a small, family-owned company seeking a Software Controls Engineer for a full-time, direct hire opportunity. This role is based 100% onsite at their West Milton facility and focuses on designing, programming, and supporting automation systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in controls engineering, PLC programming, and robotics integration.

    Responsibilities

    + Design and develop control panels with strong skills in AutoCAD Electrical; AutoCAD is also acceptable.

    + Program Allen-Bradley PLCs from scratch.

    + Implement data acquisition systems, including storing information on hard drives and integrating with SQL Server.

    + Program industrial robots, primarily Fanuc, and utilize teach pendants for robot programming.

    + Work with Keyence vision systems for inspection and automation tasks.

    + Design and program HMI interfaces, primarily using Allen-Bradley platforms.

    + Support SCADA-related tasks as needed.

    + Collaborate with customers and internal teams on automation projects.

    Essential Skills

    + Strong experience in control panel design and PLC programming from scratch.

    + Experience with robot programming, especially Fanuc.

    + Familiarity with data acquisition, SQL Server communications, and vision systems.

    + Ability to work independently and take initiative without micromanagement.

    + Comfortable in customer-facing situations.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with Schneider PLCs, Keyence sensors/vision, and SCADA systems.

    + Background in automation, automotive, or robotics industries.

    + Hands-on experience with motion programming, e.g., point A to point B movements.

    + Typically manage 3 projects at a time.

    Work Environment

    The position offers a standard 40-hour workweek with flexible work hours (e.g., 6 AM–3 PM or 8 AM–5 PM). You will join a small, close-knit team currently consisting of 3 Controls Engineers. The work environment emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and adaptability, providing exposure to a variety of projects and technologies. The company maintains a collaborative and respectful atmosphere, offering diverse and dynamic work opportunities with potential for growth.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $57.69/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Dayton,OH.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jul 18, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.